fire and safety system engineer

4 days ago

Greater Chennai Area, India Larsen & Toubro Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 24,00,000 per year

Job Summary
The Fire Protection, Detection and Life System Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, and implementation of fire protection systems including fire suppression, detection, alarm, and emergency response Safety systems. This role ensures compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications for Water Desalination.

Location
: KSA(Riyadh)/ Chennai HQ

Department
: Fire & Life Safety Engineering -Water International

Reporting to
: Design Engineering Head / Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities (Design & Engineering)

  • Develop fire protection and detection system designs, including fire water networks, sprinkler systems, foam systems, clean agent systems, fire alarm, and gas detection systems.
  • Prepare detailed engineering drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and system layouts using AutoCAD/Revit or other design tools.
  • Perform hydraulic calculations using tools like Pipe Net for firewater systems.
  • Selection and sizing of fire pumps, water storage tanks, and protection system components.
  • Gas suppression system like NOVEC1230, FM200, Inter and Co2 system.
  • Develop control logic for fire alarm and detection systems & Gas release panel.
  • Coordinate with HVAC, electrical, process, and instrumentation teams to integrate fire protection systems.
  • Review and interpret client specifications and tender requirements to ensure technical compliance.

Codes & Standards

  • Ensure all designs comply with international standards and codes such as SBC, SEC, SAF, NFPA, UL, FM and Middel East local authority requirements.

Documentation & Submittals

  • Prepare technical documentation including Basis of Design (BoD), design calculations such as Water demand, Pump capacity and pipe sizing, equipment datasheets, system descriptions, and technical reports.
  • Review vendor and subcontractor technical submittals for compliance.
  • Support procurement with technical bid evaluations (TBE) and vendor coordination.
  • Develop BOQ (Bill of Quantities).

Construction & Commissioning Support

  • Provide technical support to site teams during construction, installation, and commissioning.

Coordination & Communication

  • Interface with clients, consultants, AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction), and internal stakeholders.
  • Attend design review meetings, HAZOPs, and project kick-off sessions etc.

Qualifications & Skills
Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, PIPENET and hydraulic calculation tools.
  • Clean agent system (e.g., Ansul, Kidde, Minimax, UL/FM etc)
  • Familiarity with fire alarm system review of programming and configuration (e.g., Simplex, Notifier, Siemens, Honeywell, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge of fire codes and regulatory requirements.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Team player with proactive coordination skills.

Experience

  • 8–15 years of relevant experience in fire protection system design and engineering, preferably in Water Desalination.

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